Appendix C Flashcards
Anchors Aweigh
by Charles A. Zimmerman (1906), revised by MCPON John Hagen (1997)
The Marines’ Hymn
Unknown author circa mid-1800s
Star Spangled Banner
Francis Scott Key (1814)
The Sailor’s Creed
I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with honor, courage, and commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
Birthday of the US Navy
13 October 1775
Birthday of the Marine Corps
10 November 1775
First Commander in Chief of the US Navy
Commodore Esek Hopkins
First Commandant of the US Marine Corps
Major Samuel Nicholas
The six original frigates
Authorized by Congress in 1794 to protect US shipping in the Atlantic Ocean from France, and in the mediterranean Sea from Barbary States. Named by President George Washington.
USS United States USS President USS Congress USS Consitution USS Constellation USS Chesapeake
Original ratings in the US Navy
Boatswain’s mate
Gunner’s mate
Quartermaster
Master-at-arms
Birthday of the rate of Chief Petty Officer
01 April 1893
First Chief of Naval Operations
Admiral William Benson
First Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy
MCPON Delbert Black
The First Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
SgtMaj Wilbur Bestwick
CNO’s Core Attributes
Integrity
Accountability
Initiative
Toughness
Judgement
The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions